Passed Gundog Group Assessment

Heard today that I passed my practical assessment on the Gundog group. So very pleased!  It's been a steep learning curve getting to know all the wonderful breeds in this group. I thank all of the people that allowed me to go over their dogs week after week - I certainly could not have passed with out that practical hands-on experience. Also our mentors who have freely given their time up to run and assist me and the other trainees at the breed lectures, field days, practical and revision nights.

Hound Club of Victoria 2014 – 2 November

The Hound Club of Victoria's Championship Show 2014 was judges today by Mrs T Carter (Canada) and Mr W Shelton (USA). Basenjis were judged by Mr Shelton who awarded Runner Up Best of Breed to Ch Tambuzi The Secret of Roan Inish (Willow)

Ch Tambuzi Secret Of Roan Inish

Willow - Runner Up Best of Breed
Hound Club of Victoria 2014

Bendigo Agricultural Show Society 2014 – 25 October

Today we attended one of our more local shows the Bendigo Agricultural Show Society 2014. The judge was Ms Meredith Clegg  (Vic). She presented Runner up Best of Breed and Best Australian Bred in Group to Ch Tambuzi The Secret of Roan Inish (Willow)Ch Tambuzi The Isle of Avalon (Arthur) was awarded the reserve dog challenge.

Tambuzi Secret of Roan Inish

Willow- Runner Up Best of Breed
Bendigo Agricultural Show Society 2014

Tambuzi The Isle of Avalon

 Authur - Reserve Dog Challenge
Bendigo Agricultural Show Society 2014

Romsey Kennel Club 2014 – 19 October

The judge today was Mrs Lesley Childs (NSW) at the Romsey Kennel Club 2014.  This was Mrs Childs' first appointment in Victoria. She presented Best of Breed to Ch Tambuzi The Secret of Roan Inish (Willow)Ch Debrak On The Road Again (AI) (Ringo) was awarded the reserve dog challenge.

Seymour A&P Society 2014

Willow- Best of Breed
Romsey Kennel Club 2014

 

Late-onset PRA

 

 

Basenji Health Management

Willow, Arthur and Raven have been DNA 'swabbed' to be tested for late-onset PRA. The DNA has been sent to Orivet for testing. The results are expected in the next couple of weeks. Based on the results of their parents, Willow, Arthur and Raven will have normal or carrier results.

 

For a full list of Team Tambuzi health results click here

Bacchus Marsh and District Show 2014 – 12 October

Mrs Julie Keenan (Vic) judged hounds Bacchus Marsh and District Show 2014. This was Mrs Keenan's first appointment to judge hounds. She presented top breed honours and Best of Breed to Ch Tambuzi The Secret of Roan Inish (Willow). For Best of breed. Again Willow ran up against her father, who was awarded the dog challenge, Grand Ch Debrak On The Road Again (AI) (Ringo) and who went on to be awarded Runner-up Best of Breed. 

Seymour A&P Society 2014

Willow- Best of Breed
Bacchus Marsh and District Show 2014

Ringo Seymour A&P Society 2014

 Ringo - Runner Up Best of Breed
Bacchus Marsh and District Show 2014

Shepparton Agricultural Society 2014 – 11 October

New Australian Grand Champion at Tambuzi

Miss Julie Aspinall (Vic) judged hounds today at the Shepparton Agricultural Society Show  Miss Aspinall presented top breed honours and Best of Breed to Ch Tambuzi The Secret of Roan Inish (Willow). For Best of breed Willow ran up against her father Ch Debrak On The Road Again (AI) (Ringo) who was awarded Runner-up Best of Breed.  This win made Ringo up to Grand Champion. Another good day for the team!

Seymour A&P Society 2014

Willow- Best of Breed
Shepparton Agricultural Show 2014

Ringo Seymour A&P Society 2014

 Ringo - Runner Up Best of Breed
Shepparton Agricultural Show 2014

Kerang and District Agricultural Show 2014 – 6 October

Group 4 was judged by Mr Richard Stoate (Vic) Kerang and District Agricultural Show.  Best of Breed of breed was awarded to Ch Debrak On The Road Again (AI) (Ringo) with  Ch Tambuzi The Secret of Roan Inish (Willow) being awarded Runner-up Best of Breed. 

 

Ringo Seymour A&P Society 2014

Ringo - Best of Breed
Kerang and District Agricultural Show 2014

Seymour A&P Society 2014

 Willow - Runner Up Best of Breed
Kerang and District Agricultural Show 2014

 

Yarrawonga Mulwala & District 2014 – 5 October

Mr Chris Moore (Vic) was officiating as the hound judge at the Yarrawonga Mulwala & District With a number of Basenjis present top breed honours of Best of Breed went to Ch Tambuzi The Secret of Roan Inish (Willow). Willow ran against her father Ch Debrak On The Road Again (AI) (Ringo) who was awarded Runner-up Best of Breed. Another good day for the team!

Seymour A&P Society 2014

Willow- Best of Breed
Yarrawonga Mulwala & District Show 2014

Ringo Seymour A&P Society 2014

 Ringo - Runner Up Best of Breed
Yarrawonga Mulwala & District Show 2014

Seymour A&P Society 2014 – 4 October

After taking a break from the show ring for the past 6 weeks or so the dogs were fairly excited to attend their first show in a while. Mr Iain Hinde (Vic) was officiating as the hound judge at the Seymour A&P Society Championship Show With a number of Basenjis present top breed honours of Best of Breed went to Ch Tambuzi The Secret of Roan Inish (Willow). Willow ran against her father Ch Debrak On The Road Again (AI) (Ringo) who was awarded  Runner-up Best of Breed. This was a wonderful start back at showing from our short absence.

 

Seymour A&P Society 2014

Willow- Best of Breed
Seymour A&P Society 2014

Ringo Seymour A&P Society 2014

 Ringo - Runner Up Best of Breed
Seymour A&P Society 2014

Royal Melbourne Show Breed Showcase

Over four days 28 September to 1 October 2014 several of my dogs represented Basenjis and the Victorian Basenji Breed Association at the Melbourne Royal - Breed Showcase. The Royal Agricultural Society's Royal Melbourne Show is the largest dog show in the southern hemisphere.

Ringo, Arthur, Raven and Willow were in attendance from Tambuzi along with Lexie and Tryst. What wonderful ambassadors they were for the breed. Ringo, particularly loves children and watches out for the next pram or pushchair knowing full well what the contents are. We noticed that he got particularly anxious when he heard a baby crying. And was most upset if a toddler walked on past our stand without saying 'hello'. He is particularly gentle with babies and even when one decided to kick him he went back up for a pat. Once Arthur had discovered that the black marks in the concrete floor were not food he too took all the attention in his stride and waited patiently whilst he was hugged and patted.

We had quite a number of comments about how laid back and quiet the dogs were. Some were surprised to learn that at home they could sometimes turn into whirling dervishes. Mind you after being patted by hundreds of people Ringo was, at the end of the day, looking like he was in a sleep walk.

We also were asked to be 'extras' in the filming of a TV show for a local TV station.

 

Canine Amenities Club of Victoria 2014 – 13 June

Ms Michele Glover (VIC) judged this year's Canine Amenities Club of Victoria 2014 championship show. Ms Glover gave breed honours to Ch Debrak On The Road Again (AI) (Ringo) Best of Breeddaughter Ch Tambuzi Secret Of Roan Inish (Willow) was awarded Runner Up Best of Breed and reserve bitch to another daughter Ch Tambuzi The Rinpocheof Qinghai (Ruby). Ruby later went on to Best Intermediate in Group.

Canine Amenities Club of Victoria 2014

Ringo - Best of Breed
Canine Amenities Club of Victoria 2014

Central Victoria Canine Club 2014Willow - Runner Up Best of Breed
Canine Amenities Club of Victoria 2014